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A Great Trip to Great Britain By Marika Flatt
Looking down on the Thames and Tower Bridge at sunrise.
THE COTS WO L D S A N D LON DON PR OVI DE BE AUT I FUL BAC K DRO P A few years ago, I promised my daughter we’d take a big trip to celebrate her high school graduation. We discussed a few locations, like Australia and New Zealand, but she’s fascinated by London. I crowdsourced ideas on Facebook and the overwhelming majority said we must visit the Cotswolds, too. Hence, the trip of a lifetime ensued. The Cotswolds is made up of 800 square miles of adorable English villages and towns, each with their own distinct
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personality. Back in mediaeval times, the Cotswolds (which means sheep pen), had a thriving woolen industry; wool from Cotswold sheep is still known for its high quality. The unspoilt cottages, bubbling brooks and specialist shops make the Cotswolds a fun destination to explore. However, there’s limited train service so you need to either rent a car from London or hire a driver from the likes of Chirton Grange. (Well worth the investment for ease, comfort and local knowledge.)
